THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT SOUTHWEST KEY

THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT SOUTHWEST KEY is a Title I public charter elementary school that is part of the VALERE PUBLIC SCHOOLS school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 131 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 9 teachers, THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT SOUTHWEST KEY has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

East Austin College Prep (EAPrep), located at 6002 Jain Lane, is a tuition-free public charter school that serves students in the East Austin community. Operated under the Southwest Key Programs umbrella, the school’s mission is centered on college readiness and academic success. It emphasizes a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students from diverse backgrounds for higher education, focusing on building strong foundational skills in core subjects while fostering a culture of high expectations and personal growth.

The school is notable for its community-focused approach, aiming to support not just the academic achievement of its students, but also their holistic development. By integrating social-emotional learning with academic standards, EAPrep seeks to address the unique needs of the East Austin neighborhood. The campus provides a structured learning environment that encourages parent involvement and community engagement, striving to ensure that all students have the resources and guidance necessary to succeed in college and beyond.

For more information, contact THE EAST AUSTIN COLLEGE PREP AT SOUTHWEST KEY at (512) 287-5000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.